15.6k views
2 votes
After the initial sodium channel opens, what causes the other sodium channels to open?

1 Answer

4 votes
more sodium ions diffuse into the cell than potassium ions diffuse out of it. the inactivation gates of the voltage-gated sodium ion channels begin to open and the diffusion of sodium ions decreases. After the passage of the action potential, thesodium-potassium pump reestablishes the resting membrane potential. .... i hope it helps
User Gresolio
by
7.7k points

No related questions found

Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.

9.4m questions

12.2m answers

Categories